But most fiction ultimately does aim to create distinct, defined characters—not empty vessels for the reader to project onto.

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If you've been on social media or any corner of the bookish internet lately, you've likely heard the buzz about romantasy. A perfect combination of romance and fantasy, this genre has exploded in ...